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Milo in York, PA

Meet handsome Milo, or RoRo as his foster family affectionately calls him. Milo is a beautiful, Ruby boy born 08/11/2023 who was surrendered by his owners when he was not getting along with young dog in the household. Due to this, Milo will need to be the only pet in the home.

Milo is initially fearful of new people, but once he has decided you are safe, his true Cavalier personality shines! He is a little shadow, wanting to be with his foster family at all times. His foster Dad, who works from home, says Milo is a great partner in crime. Milo splits his days evenly between snuggling on the couch in your lap and PLAYING! This boy loves playing so much he even turned eating into a game. He starts off every meal by chasing his kibble a few pieces at a time. Milo enjoys playing fetch with balls and stuffies, too. He has learned “leave it” and “wait” so the toys can be thrown over and over again.

Milo can turn to resource guarding toys and chews during playtime but the continued practice of the commands seems to be minimizing this behavior. Eliminating playing tug is also helped to reduce his guarding issues. Milo is also learning how to walk on a leash but he prefers zooming around when outside, so a fenced-in yard is a must.

As mentioned, Milo’s foster family has been working with him on his socialization. He will bark to let you know when he is scared and needs to meet people at his own pace. He has made improvements with this and with the resource guarding, but he will need a calm, child free home where everyone is committed to continuing his training.

Milo was neutered since coming into rescue. He is currently at a healthy weight of 19 lbs.

Milo is a smart, sweet young puppy who is looking for some extra love to become his best self. He will reward you by being a best friend for life!

If you think you could be Milo’s forever home and live within reasonable driving distance of York, PA, please complete an online application. Then email Melissa MacMullin at cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com

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PA license: 16547

Lucy in Baltimore, MD

Here is Lucy with her new family…

Lucy is a young Blenheim female born 02/07/2023 who came to rescue as an owner surrender. Even though her owner loved her very much, Lucy’s obsession with the family cat was too much to handle.

She is a lovely young dog with a sweet personality, spunk, and curiosity, and she is adaptable to other dogs’ temperaments. Lucy is currently staying with a 3-year-old hyper Terrier and a lazy 8-year Cavalier. She gets along with them well and leaves the senior dog alone except when cuddling at nap time.

Lucy is curious but drools when taking in her new surroundings. She has a mischievous side and inspects closets, runs out of closing doors, and climbs on top of furniture. She knows the meaning of no and sometimes refuses to listen, barking and spinning in protest, especially when leaving the house, but just for a minute or two and settles quickly. She seems timid at first, but she is very observant and learns the rules quickly.

Her coat is extra soft, and she stays still during bath time. She enjoys being brushed and dried with the blow dryer. She has no fear of the vacuum and walks well on a leash. Lucy also loves to play dress up. If you hold a sweater up, she runs right over and puts her head in. Her favorite color is pink, of course.

Lucy has had many vet visits in her short lifespan. She has experienced monthly seizures with epilepsy being a possible condition. She has had one seizure while in rescue, but the vet is not recommending medication at this time. Lucy is up to date on all her shots and is spayed.

She would do well with older children, and it would be good if she had another small dog as a playmate.

If you are a great match for Lucy, please read through the adoption process protocol and complete an online application if you haven’t already. Kindly also indicate your interest in Lucy by emailing the Coordinator for Maryland at cavalierrescueusamdwv@gmail.com.

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Sarah in Parsipanny, NJ

Here is Sarah with her new family…

Hello! My name is Sarah. I am five years old and recently came into rescue after being retired from breeding. I have adjusted really well to life as a house pet. It took me no time at all to figure out how to walk on a leash, use a dog door, and lounge on the couch. I really love the couch, and would love to snuggle on it. I love to snuggle with blankets, burying myself in a pile of pillows if available (I knock them all off the couch trying to get under them all).

I have been working really hard on losing weight. I came to rescue at 17 lbs and now weigh 14 but could lose 1 more lb, or so I’m told. My foster mom makes me walk really far and fast. My foster brothers are lunatics on leash, but I am very demure and mindful when out in the world. I would love to find a home that will commit to helping me to continue to stay fit and keep me walking distance every day. I am interested in other people and animals on walks, but I am still too shy to introduce myself outside of my foster mom’s house.

I still get a little overwhelmed when there is a lot of noise, so I would much prefer a home that isn’t too hectic. Loud noises startle me and fast movement is a lot for me. I am very shy when I meet new people, but I can warm up to them with time and patience. I didn’t have a lot of exposure to people in my past life, but I’m working hard to enjoy everyone.

I love the company of other animals. I am staying in a house with several dogs, cats, and a bird. I get along with everyone, and I can hold my own if someone gets fresh with me. I don’t like being away from my foster mom or my foster brothers, so having some other dogs around in my new home would be great.

Once I am comfortable with my people, I am a totally different dog. I am very bossy and vocal, and my foster mom says I am hilarious. I spin in circles while woofing when I am excited about something. If I think it is time to eat, I will make sure everyone knows. When my foster mom gets home from work, I serenade her with the song of my people. If someone walks by the front door, I am the first one to notice and let everyone else know. My foster mom says I am super smart and I figure things out really fast, but some things I still struggle with. Stairs have been a challenge, and some are overwhelming for me. Others I have no issue with. I’m a work in progress.

I am crate trained and dog door trained. I haven’t had an accident in my foster mom’s house since I learned how to work the dog door. I am only crated overnight and only because rescue would prefer that I know how to do it in case my new family doesn’t want me sleeping in bed. I have not been quite so well mannered in other places I have been left unattended, so my new family will need to teach me the rules in their home when I get there.

I am up to date on my vaccines, and was recently spayed and had my teeth cleaned. My foster mom brushes my teeth every morning, and my new family will need to do the same to keep my remaining teeth healthy and keep them in my mouth. I am currently on a prescription diet because I was having some issues with regurgitation when I first came into rescue. My foster mom is going to try to transition me to a sensitive skin and stomach diet that you can get in a pet store so you won’t have to pay for a prescription food.

If you live within a reasonable driving distance of Parsippany, NJ and you are interested in adopting me please fill out our application if you haven’t already and then email Rebecca Plimpton at beckplimpton@gmail.com. I really want a family all my own and hope to hear from you soon.

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Tessa in Portland, ME

Here is Tessa with her new family…

Tessa is a beautiful 2-year-old Blenheim who is ready to find her forever home. Tessa came to rescue after being released by a breeder. We don’t know much about her past, but we do know that she is the most affectionate pup you will ever meet!

This petite miss is eager to meet new people and quick to ask for a pat. Being in a home setting for the first time in her life, she has quickly learned to enjoy the good life! She enjoys being around other dogs and is curious to explore her surroundings, but more than anything, she wants to be close to her people. She is gentle and loving, and her favorite activity is taking a nap in her person’s lap. She has enjoyed learning how to play from her Cavalier foster brother and when she’s ready to rest, she can often be found curled up snoozing next to her Cavalier foster sister.

Since coming into rescue, she has been an excellent houseguest, quickly housetrained and peacefully sleeping in a crate at night. She is wonderful around children of all ages—more people to pat her! She has not met a cat while in rescue, but she has a gentle nature so would likely do fine with a cat in her forever home. Tessa can become distressed when she loses sight of one of her foster parents, so she would appreciate a family that can be patient with her separation anxiety and help her learn to feel more confident.

Tessa is healthy, up to date on immunizations and preventatives, and was recently spayed. She would love a family who is willing to continue teaching her basic etiquette like walking on a leash and commands like “sit”.

If you think your family may be the right fit for this sweet girl, please fill out our online application and email Rescue Coordinator Barbara Blanchette at blanchettebarbara06@gmail.com to express your interest in Tessa.

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Ivy in Huntingtown, MD

Here is Ivy with her new family…

Meet Ms. Ivy, also known as Ivy Jane (as her foster mama calls her)! Ivy is a sweet 5-year-old Blenheim Cavalier rescued from a commercial breeding situation. When she arrived in foster care, she was incredibly timid and shy; however, over the last several months, she’s worked very hard to “find her brave” and is slowly coming out of her shell and beginning to trust humans. Her foster home has a large crate in the living room where she can go if she wants to feel safe, but she spends less and less time in the crate and more time snuggling on the couch with her foster Cavalier brother.

She is happy to lie on the couch and sleep throughout the day, but she also does well on a leash and enjoys going for a daily walk or a ride in the car. Ivy is very gentle and calm but also observant and notices when her foster brother is getting pets, and she’s not; she is more open to receiving affection and love with him by her side.

She sleeps through the night in a crate next to her foster brother and the big bed with her humans, but she’d probably love to snuggle next to you in the big bed someday if she were allowed to.

Ivy is a petite girl, weighing in at a little over 14lbs. She received intake vetting, during which it was determined that she is in good health. While in foster care, she was spayed and received a much-needed dental cleaning, where only 3 of her teeth were extracted. She has a wonderful appetite and is very food-motivated, especially now that she’s eating a high-quality diet.

She knows a few basic commands, like “come” and “house” (to go in her crate), and would quickly learn others – especially if rewarded with boiled chicken. She was house trained while in rescue.

It’s very clear that Ivy has lived a challenging life prior to coming into rescue, and she deserves the perfect forever home where she will be loved and pampered. The ideal home would be with a family where someone is home most of the time to give her the attention she deserves. She is good with children, she loves her 4-year-old foster brother, but she does best in a situation where the household is relatively calm and quiet. Her family must be patient and committed to teaching her that she is safe and loved. Ivy would do best paired with another Cavalier that she can learn from, as she continues to build trust and “find her brave.” Finally, she will need a very secure, fenced-in yard to keep her safe; she has repeatedly gotten out of her foster family’s fenced yard and will need to be watched closely while she’s outside.

If you are interested in this precious girl and think you are a good match for her needs, please fill out an online application (if you haven’t already) and send an email to Rescue Coordinator Diane Lombardo at cavalierrescueusamdwv@gmail.com to let her know of your interest.

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Rusty and Riley in Weymouth, MA

Meet R & R brothers, Rusty and Riley! These two, bonded brothers are six years old. They came into rescue after their owner moved to assisted living.

Rusty is the more confident of the two. He is a good eater, but sometimes has to be reminded not to take his brother’s food. Rusty loves his belly rubs and loves to play with his toys. He is crate trained, and is very comfortable going into his crate for bedtime. Rusty weighs 37 pounds, but is at a perfect weight for his frame.

Riley is the more clingy of the two brothers. He likes to sit either on or beside you, or at the very least, very close to you! Riley will lick his brother’s face when they are resting, with Rusty very agreeable to the cleaning. Riley weighs 35 pounds, and like his brother, a perfect weight. He, too, will go into his crate when it’s time to sleep.

The boys love to run around the yard and go on a sniffing expedition. They have a high prey drive and love to chase. They are very fast and would require a fenced-in yard. The boys have been working hard on walking and not pulling on their leashes. They are making progress with a trainer coming to the house, and have responded well to positive reinforcement. They do bark when someone comes into the house, but with tails wagging, they will stop after they have sized up the human.

Although they do enjoy the outdoors, the boys, in true Cavalier fashion, love human contact and interaction. They are lap dogs for sure! They would do best with someone home for much of the day. It is not clear how they would do with cats in the house because of their high prey drive. They have also not been exposed to children. They would probably like children, as they are very people-oriented. (Older, responsible children would be best.) A fenced in yard with a secure gate is a must for their safety. They do well in the car, but should be restrained with a harness. They do not need to be crated when left alone. Both boys are house trained and have had zero accidents in the house.

The boys have both been neutered, and are up-to-date on immunizations and preventatives. They are both heart clear and healthy!

If you have an abundance of love to give, enjoy velvety-soft cuddles and have time to spend with this dynamic duo, please consider adopting these two handsome guys. You will be rewarded with love, devotion, loyalty and companionship beyond compare.

If you are interested in adopting this wonderful pair, please complete our online application. Then, email Barbara Blanchette to tell her of your interest at: Blanchettebarbara06@gmail.com

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